Targa Resources (NYSE:TRGP) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 19, 2026 11:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsBen Branstetter - Senior Vice President, Downstream CommercialBobby Muraro - Chief Commercial OfficerJean Ann Salisbury - Managing DirectorJen Kneale - PresidentMatthew Meloy - CEOScott Pryor - President, Logistics and TransportationTristan Richardson - VP of Investor Relations and FundamentalsWill Byers - CFONone - Company RepresentativeConference Call ParticipantsAJ O'Donnell - Equity Research AnalystAmit S ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The operating EBITDA for Q4 2025 was negative $20 million, an improvement of $8 million compared to Q3 2025, primarily due to stable production and the One Goal One Hundred program, despite market headwinds [3][4] - The company reported a consolidated net loss of $309 million for Q4 2025, or $4.61 per share, which included non-cash impairments totaling approximately $239 million [12][3] - Aggregate liquidity improved by over $54 million to $430 million, consisting of about $187 million in cash and $243 million in undrawn revolvers [11] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Both the pulp and solid wood segments reported negative quarterly EBITDA of $11 million in Q4 2025 [4] - Pulp sales volumes increased by 20,000 tons to 472,000 tons, while pulp production remained stable at 460,000 tons [7][19] - Lumber production decreased by about 6% to 109 million board feet, with sales volumes dropping to 103 million board feet, a decline of about 7% from Q3 2025 [9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Softwood sales realizations decreased to $702 per ton, down from $728 per ton in Q3 2025, while North American NBSK list prices averaged $1,568 per ton, a reduction of about $132 [5][6] - The average net price for eucalyptus hardwood in Q4 was $540 per ton, an increase of $37 from Q3, while hardwood sales realizations remained flat at $528 per ton [6] - The average price gap between softwood and hardwood pulp in China narrowed to approximately $130 per ton [6] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on strategic initiatives to return the Peace River mill to profitability, including expanding softwood pulp production and exploring government support for energy generation [4][15] - The One Goal One Hundred program aims to improve profitability by $100 million by the end of 2026, with approximately $30 million in cost savings realized in 2025 [11][14] - The company is transitioning from hardwood to softwood production at the Peace River mill, aiming for a 50/50 split by the end of 2026 [47] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that ongoing market headwinds and trade uncertainties are impacting operational performance, but underlying performance has improved [13][14] - The company expects modest price improvements for NBSK and NBHK in Q1 2026, while trade uncertainty continues to affect supply-demand dynamics [19] - Management expressed confidence in the mass timber business as a growth engine, with expected revenues of over $120 million in 2026 [25][26] Other Important Information - The company plans to maintain a capital expenditure budget of $60 million to $80 million in 2026, focusing on maintenance and environmental projects [27] - The company is actively lobbying against policies that prioritize wood for biofuel over higher-value wood products [80][81] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you say how much headroom you have under any of your maintenance covenants as of December 31? - The company is comfortable that it is well under the covenants at the end of the quarter, but expects them to tighten as the year progresses [30] Question: Any thoughts on asset recycling opportunities to expedite deleveraging? - The company is analyzing asset sales or restructuring but acknowledges that current market conditions are not favorable for claiming reasonable value [40] Question: Is there any thought to potentially closing the Peace River mill? - The company is focused on transitioning from hardwood to softwood production at the Peace River mill and is working on energy projects to support profitability [47][48] Question: What are the expectations around working capital for this year? - The company expects a modest cash outflow from working capital in 2026 [51] Question: How do you see the outlook for the market, particularly for softwood pulp? - Recent developments in supply disruptions may indicate potential upward pressure on prices for both hardwood and softwood [56][58]

Core Insights - Worley has secured a contract from Samsung C&T Corporation for detailed engineering services related to a CO₂ sequestration project in Qatar, aiming to permanently store approximately 4.3 million tonnes per annum (mtpa) of CO₂ [1][2] Group 1: Project Details - The engineering work will be conducted from Worley's office in Qatar, with support from its Global Integrated Delivery center in India and technical teams in Australia [2] - The QatarEnergy LNG CO₂ sequestration project is part of regional efforts to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions through permanent CO₂ storage [2] Group 2: Company Statements and Future Projects - Worley CEO Chris Ashton expressed pride in the collaboration with Samsung C&T, highlighting the company's capabilities in carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) [3] - In June 2025, Worley was selected by Glenfarne to provide engineering services and a final cost estimate for the Alaska LNG Pipeline project, which will support financial investment decisions [3] Group 3: Alaska LNG Pipeline Project - The Alaska LNG Pipeline project involves a 1,300 km natural gas pipeline from Alaska's North Slope to the southern coast near Anchorage, including a gas treatment facility and LNG import/export terminals [4] - The pipeline is expected to transport enough natural gas to meet local demand in Alaska while supplying the full 20 mtpa capacity of the export facility [4]

Core Viewpoint - U.S. Energy Corp. is advancing its Kevin Dome project into a scalable industrial gas and carbon management hub, focusing on helium production, CO2 recovery, and enhanced oil recovery, positioning itself at the intersection of energy security and environmentally responsible practices [1][2]. Key Milestones Accomplished - The company has aggregated approximately 80,000 net acres in Montana's Kevin Dome, with a third-party evaluation estimating 1.3 trillion cubic feet (Tcf) of CO2 and 2.3 billion cubic feet (Bcf) of helium [5]. - U.S. Energy has submitted the first Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) plans in Montana, which, upon approval, could rank its project among the top 20 largest carbon capture projects in the U.S. [5]. - Three producing industrial gas wells are currently operational, expected to supply the initial processing facility for multiple years without additional drilling [5][6]. - The final engineering and design work for the processing facility has been completed, and an 80-acre plant site has been acquired, reducing execution risk [5]. Processing Facility and Infrastructure Update - The planned processing facility is designed for approximately 8.0 million cubic feet per day (MMcf/d) of inlet capacity, producing high-purity helium and refined CO2 for enhanced oil recovery [8]. - Installation of about 10 miles of in-field gathering pipelines is set to begin in Spring 2026, with completion targeted for Q3 2026 [9]. Expected Production and Commercialization - Initial operations are expected to yield approximately 12 million cubic feet of helium and 125,000 metric tons of refined CO2 annually [13]. - The company is in discussions with a global industrial gas company for a long-term helium offtake agreement, anticipated to be finalized in Q1 2026 [10]. Enhanced Oil Recovery on Legacy Assets - U.S. Energy plans to utilize refined CO2 in a large-scale enhanced oil recovery project at its Cut Bank oil field, leveraging favorable reservoir characteristics and existing infrastructure [11]. 2026 Catalysts and Investor Outreach Events - Key milestones anticipated in 2026 include executing a long-term helium offtake agreement, securing project-level financing, and completing gathering infrastructure [14]. - Upcoming investor outreach events include a non-deal roadshow on February 25-26, 2026, and participation in the Emerging Growth Virtual Conference on February 26, 2026 [14].

Permian Basin, Texas 4Q 2025 Earnings Call ExxonMobil January 30, 2026 1 Cautionary statement FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS. Statements of future events, conditions, expectations, plans, performance, earnings power, earnings growth at constant prices and margins, potential addressable markets, opportunities, ambitions, or results in this presentation or the subsequent discussion period are forward-looking statements. Similarly, discussions of future carbon capture, transportation, and storage, as well as lower ...

Core Viewpoint - Exxon Mobil Corporation is a leading player in the energy sector, focusing on exploration, production, and sale of crude oil, natural gas, and petrochemicals, with a strategic emphasis on long-term growth and shareholder returns [1][4]. Price Target Summary - The consensus price target for Exxon Mobil has decreased from $142.56 to $138.25 over the past month, indicating a shift in analysts' optimism, although it remains relatively stable compared to a year ago at $137.11 [2][5]. Earnings and Market Sensitivity - Exxon Mobil's stock is influenced by oil price fluctuations, regulatory changes, and earnings reports, with upcoming fourth-quarter earnings expected to be challenged by softer crude prices impacting upstream earnings, but gains in refining and long-term asset value are anticipated to provide a positive outlook [3][4]. Future Projections - The company is projecting significant earnings and cash flow growth by 2030, which supports ongoing dividend increases and aligns with its strategic shift towards molecule management, carbon capture, and lithium, despite a recent downgrade from 'Buy' to 'Hold' by Morgan Stanley [4][5].

Core Insights - Angkor Resources Corp. is initiating additional exploration on its CZ Gold target located in Ratanakiri Province, Cambodia, following previous announcements regarding the gold prospect [1][2] Exploration Activities - The CZ Gold Prospect is situated on a steep hill with a 47-metre underground incline, where artisanal miners have conducted shallow channel sampling [2] - A trenching, sampling, assay, and analysis program will be conducted, starting at the top of the exit area, with the trench expected to be 80 metres long [3][4] - Farmers will be compensated for any loss or damage to their crops during the exploration activities [3] Additional Prospects - Plans are underway for a drill program on the Wild Boar gold prospect, located 3 kilometers east of the CZ target, where trenching has revealed quartz veins and expanded the gold anomaly to 1.5 by 1.2 kilometers [7] Company Overview - Angkor Resources Corp. is a public company listed on the TSX-Venture Exchange, focusing on mineral and energy solutions in Cambodia and Canada [9] - The company holds two mineral exploration licenses in Cambodia, with multiple prospects in copper and gold [9] - Angkor's energy subsidiary, EnerCam Resources Cambodia Co. Ltd., has an onshore oil and gas license covering over 4095 square kilometers in Cambodia [10]

Company Overview - Chart Industries, Inc. is a large-scale manufacturer specializing in highly engineered equipment for critical applications in energy, industrial gas, and specialty markets [6] - The company has a diversified product portfolio and global service network, addressing complex customer needs in growing sectors such as LNG, hydrogen, and carbon capture [6] - As of the latest report, Chart Industries has a market capitalization of $9.26 billion, with a revenue of $4.29 billion and a net income of $66.70 million for the trailing twelve months (TTM) [4] Recent Developments - Decagon Asset Management initiated a new stake in Chart Industries, purchasing 137,732 shares valued at approximately $27.57 million, which represents about 13.92% of the fund's reportable U.S. equity holdings [2][3] - The company reported third-quarter orders of $1.68 billion, reflecting a year-over-year increase of approximately 44%, resulting in a backlog of about $6.05 billion, the highest in its history [10] - Adjusted operating income for the quarter reached $251.5 million, with adjusted EBITDA of $277.1 million, representing roughly 25% of revenue, indicating strong profitability in the core business [10] Market Performance - Shares of Chart Industries were priced at $205.96, showing an increase of about 7% over the past year, although this performance has underperformed compared to the S&P 500, which is up about 15% [3] - The fund's portfolio is skewed towards capital-intensive infrastructure and industrial assets, with Chart Industries presenting a favorable risk-reward profile due to strong standalone demand [11]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q4 FY2025, total revenues increased to $55 million from $49.3 million in the prior year, representing a 12% increase [17] - The net loss attributable to common stockholders decreased to $30.7 million from $42.2 million in Q4 FY2024, resulting in a net loss per share of $0.85 compared to $2.21 [18][19] - For FY2025, total revenues were $158.2 million, up from $112.1 million in FY2024, marking a 41% increase [20] - The net loss attributable to common stockholders for FY2025 was $191.1 million, compared to $129.2 million in FY2024, with a net loss per share of $7.42 compared to $7.83 [21][22] - Adjusted EBITDA improved to -$74.4 million in FY2025 from -$101.1 million in FY2024, reflecting a 26% reduction [22] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Product revenues rose to $30 million from $25.4 million, primarily due to long-term service agreements with GGE [23] - Service agreement revenues increased to $7.3 million from $5.6 million, driven by the same long-term service agreement [23] - Generation revenues slightly increased to $12.2 million from $12 million, reflecting higher output from the generation operating portfolio [23] - Advanced technology contract revenues decreased to $5.5 million from $6.4 million [23] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The backlog increased by approximately 2.6% to $1.19 billion compared to $1.16 billion as of October 31, 2024, due to new projects and service agreements [26] - The company has established itself as a leading partner in South Korea's fuel cell energy market, with over 100 MW of power projects in backlog and another 100 MW under MOU [13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on scaling manufacturing capacity and aims to achieve an annualized production rate of 100 MW per year to reach positive Adjusted EBITDA [8][15] - The strategy emphasizes the data center market, driven by AI and digital infrastructure demands, with a commitment to providing clean, reliable power [6][10] - The company is building financing capacity, exemplified by a $25 million financing from Exxon for a project in Korea, which is seen as a model for future projects [9] - The company is positioned to win in emerging power markets, supported by favorable policies and its carbonate platform technology [9][10] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management believes the demand for power is accelerating due to the growth of AI and data centers, presenting significant business opportunities [6][10] - The company is optimistic about converting its pipeline into executed contracts and backlog into revenue, emphasizing the importance of execution in FY2026 [10][28] - Management highlighted the challenges customers face, such as utility interconnections and procurement delays, which the company's technology can address effectively [11][12] Other Important Information - The company ended FY2025 with cash, restricted cash, and cash equivalents of $341.8 million, indicating a strong liquidity position [26][27] - The company plans to invest between $20 million and $30 million in capital expenditures in FY2026 to support expansion efforts [71] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the growth outlook for 2026? - Management indicated that there are hundreds of megawatts of pricing proposals across the digital infrastructure ecosystem, suggesting opportunities will present in 2026 [30] Question: How long will it take to scale capacity to 350 MW? - Management expects that scaling to 350 MW can happen in a timeframe of less than 18 months with modest capital investment [33] Question: What is the status of data center traction and potential bottlenecks? - Management reported strong interest in their distributed generation platform and modularity, with no significant constraints in delivering power [40] Question: What are the changes in the South Korean market? - Management noted strong momentum in repowering existing installations and ongoing partnerships, indicating a positive outlook for the South Korean market [48] Question: What are the carbon capture opportunities being pursued? - Management discussed ongoing work with Exxon for carbon capture at a refinery in Rotterdam and the potential for commercial opportunities post-demonstration [44][50] Question: What are the main hurdles for securing data center customers? - Management clarified that the main issue is a shift in how data center customers procure power, not a readiness issue [56] Question: How are NIMBY issues affecting customer discussions? - Management emphasized that their technology addresses NIMBY concerns effectively, allowing for deployments close to communities without complaints [82]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q4 FY2025, total revenues increased to $55 million from $49.3 million in the prior year, representing a 12% increase [18] - The net loss attributable to common stockholders decreased to $30.7 million from $42.2 million in Q4 FY2024, resulting in a net loss per share of $0.85 compared to $2.21 [20][21] - For FY2025, total revenues were $158.2 million, up from $112.1 million in FY2024, a 41% increase [21] - The net loss attributable to common stockholders for FY2025 was $191.1 million compared to $129.2 million in FY2024, with a net loss per share of $7.42 compared to $7.83 [22][23] - Adjusted EBITDA improved to negative $74.4 million in FY2025 from negative $101.1 million in FY2024, reflecting a 26% reduction [23] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Product revenues in Q4 FY2025 were $30 million, up from $25.4 million in the prior year, driven by long-term service agreements [24] - Service agreement revenues increased to $7.3 million from $5.6 million, primarily due to the GGE agreement [24] - Generation revenues slightly increased to $12.2 million from $12 million, reflecting higher output from the generation portfolio [24] - Advanced technology contract revenues decreased to $5.5 million from $6.4 million [24] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The backlog increased by approximately 2.6% to $1.19 billion compared to $1.16 billion as of October 31, 2024, due to new projects and service agreements [27] - The company has over 100 megawatts of power projects in South Korea in its backlog, with another 100 megawatts under MOU [14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on scaling manufacturing capacity and aims to achieve positive Adjusted EBITDA at an annualized production rate of 100 megawatts per year [8][16] - The strategy includes leveraging partnerships, such as the $25 million financing from Exxon for projects in Korea, to support growth [9][28] - The company is committed to addressing the growing demand for clean, reliable power driven by data centers and digital infrastructure [6][10] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management believes the demand for power is accelerating due to the growth of AI and data centers, presenting significant business opportunities [5][6] - The company is optimistic about entering FY2026 with strong momentum, focusing on converting its pipeline into executed contracts [10][18] - Management highlighted the importance of policy certainty and the investment tax credit in improving project economics and supporting long-term adoption [9][68] Other Important Information - The company ended FY2025 with cash, restricted cash, and cash equivalents of $341.8 million, providing a strong liquidity position [28] - The company plans to spend between $20 million and $30 million on capital expenditures in FY2026 to support expansion efforts [73] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the growth outlook for 2026? - Management indicated that there are hundreds of megawatts of pricing proposals across the digital infrastructure ecosystem, with opportunities expected to materialize in 2026 [31] Question: How long will it take to scale capacity to 350 megawatts? - Management expects that scaling to 350 megawatts can happen in a timeframe of less than 18 months with modest capital investment [34] Question: What is the status of data center traction and potential bottlenecks? - Management reported strong interest in their distributed generation platform and modularity, with no significant constraints in delivering power solutions [40] Question: What is the update on ExxonMobil and carbon capture opportunities? - Management confirmed that they are set to demonstrate technology for capturing CO2 while producing power and hydrogen at Exxon's Rotterdam refinery in late 2026 [45] Question: What changes have been observed in the South Korean market? - Management noted strong momentum in repowering existing installations and ongoing partnerships, indicating a positive outlook for the South Korean market [49] Question: Are there any carbon capture opportunities with other players? - Management is engaged in discussions for carbon recovery with various industrial customers, emphasizing the low emission profile of their technology [51][52] Question: What are the main hurdles for securing data center customers? - Management clarified that the main challenge is the shift in procurement models rather than customer readiness, as data centers increasingly require on-site generation [57]